Finance Intern at Smart Aid Initiative

The Smart Aid Initiative is a youth-led nonprofit organization based in Kaduna, Nigeria, dedicated to advancing inclusive development and digital literacy in underserved communities. Founded and led by Executive Director Fareed Kamal Ibrahim, the organization focuses on bridging the digital divide and advocating for equitable access to technology.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Intern

Location: Kaduna

Job Description

• The Finance Intern will support the organization’s financial operations, compliance, and record management processes.
• This role offers practical exposure to nonprofit finance systems, budgeting, expenditure tracking, audit preparation, and financial accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support budget tracking and financial planning processes across programmes and operations.
• Assist with transaction processing, payment documentation, and bank reconciliation.
• Support the preparation and organization of financial reports and audit documentation.
• Help monitor expenditure and cash flow to ensure timely and accurate financial records.
• Assist in maintaining organized financial files and supporting compliance with internal controls and donor requirements.
• Contribute to financial risk management processes and periodic policy or documentation updates as required.
• Ideal Academic Background: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public and Business Administration Or related fields

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants for all roles must:

• Be a recent graduate in Law, Social Sciences, Communications, Finance, International Relations, or other related disciplines.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in development work, education, community impact, and youth-focused programming.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office tools, own a laptop and be able to work in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Be available for the full duration of the internship.
• Reside in Kaduna or its environs.
• Be available for in-person office work for two days.
• Be willing to learn, take initiative, and contribute meaningfully within a team setting.

Application Closing Date
8th April, 2026.